Manufacturing Manager

Voyager Technologies; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 147,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Manager in Reno, Nevada to lead manufacturing operations through a transition from production to development programs in support of DoD propulsion systems. The role involves supervising technicians, managing testing operations, and adapting processes to support early-stage hardware builds.

Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in manufacturing operations within a DoD context, with strong leadership and communication skills. Voyager offers a competitive total compensation package.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of related professional experience in Manufacturing or relevant discipline.
• Experience leading manufacturing personnel in a DoD or aerospace environment.
• Proficiency with AS9100, AS9102, and/or ISO 9001 quality management standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing and test operations.
• Support development of manufacturing readiness roadmaps.
• Supervise technicians and manufacturing staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Manufacturing Process Improvements

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead manufacturing operations through an active transition from production to development-focused programs in support of DoD propulsion systems. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this individual will own daily manufacturing and test operations while adapting processes, tooling, and team capabilities to support early-stage hardware builds, prototype fabrication, and development test articles. The Manufacturing Manager will directly supervise technicians and cross-functional manufacturing staff, bridging frontline execution with engineering and program office requirements as the facility evolves toward a development operations model.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing and test operations in support of development programs, low-rate builds, and prototype fabrication
• Support development of manufacturing readiness roadmaps aligned with program maturity gates and MRL advancement
• Manage and maintain facility equipment and tooling inventory, ensuring availability and readiness to support development program schedules
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for manufacturing equipment, test fixtures, and specialized tooling
• Coordinate equipment qualification and requalification activities as required by program or quality standards
• Own the facility CAPEX budget, including identifying, justifying, and prioritizing capital investments in equipment, tooling, and infrastructure to support development operations growth
• Partner with engineering and program teams to forecast tooling and equipment needs aligned with upcoming program phases and MRL advancement
• Ensure facility capabilities support current and future development program designs; identify and drive facility improvement actions
• Supervise, coach, and develop production technicians through frontline leadership; deliver training materials and maintain training records
• Manage business processes to measure and improve overall production performance; update departmental procedures as required
• Utilize key quality metrics and trend data to initiate improvements in overall quality performance
• Participate in support of product Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEAs)
• Support Manufacturing Readiness Level Assessments (MRLAs) at supplier and in-house facilities
• Lead and support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations
• Support Hardware Acceptance Reviews (HARs) and Pre-Ship Reviews
• Collaborate cross-functionally with safety, design engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to drive integrated manufacturing execution
• Actively participate in the change management process to implement process and design improvements
• Support internal and external audits and program status reviews
• Other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level
• Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior with a strong commitment to team execution
• Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of related professional experience in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a relevant discipline
• Proven experience leading and mentoring manufacturing or operations personnel in a DoD or aerospace environment, including development or prototype program support
• Experience supporting manufacturing in a development or prototype environment, including low-rate, first-article, and early-stage hardware builds
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, rapidly evolving program environment with shifting priorities and ambiguous requirements
• Experience managing facility CAPEX planning and execution, including business case development and capital investment justification
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload across self and team, delegate effectively, and operate with limited supervision across multiple functional organizations
• Experience with non-conformance processes including root cause, corrective/preventive action, and MRB activities
• Experience with AS9100, AS9102, and/or ISO 9001 quality management standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; able to engage and influence across engineering, quality, supply chain, and program office stakeholders
• Experience identifying manufacturing process improvements using quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience
• Supplier evaluation and auditing capability
• Experience with program management tools and techniques to manage cost, technical, and schedule requirements in development program environments
• Involvement and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles applied in development or low-rate production environments
• Familiarity with equipment lifecycle management, maintenance planning, and tooling configuration control in an aerospace or defense manufacturing environment
• EVMS Control Account Manager (CAM) experience — strongly preferred given development program context
• Strong RCCA, FAI, and MRLA skills — critical in development operations where first-article and qualification builds are frequent
• CQE and/or CQA certification (preferred)
• Lean Certification (preferred)

Education

• Required Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) or relevant discipline from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

• Preferred Master’s degree in a STEM field or relevant discipline from an accredited college/university.

Other

• Must be able to travel approximately 25% of the time
• Preferred: Rocket motor manufacturing and test experience
• Preferred: Experience with facility design and setup
• Preferred: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Nevada pay range

$147,000—$209,000 USD